By Robert Schmad | Washington Examiner, Commentary
The Democratic Party’s premier fundraising machine is facing an uncertain future amid investigations, staff departures, and political headwinds. ActBlue stands accused by Republicans of illegally collecting money for Democrats during the 2024 election by using deceptive methods. But its brushes with controversy go back further than the last cycle. And its next chapter could be consequential for a Democratic Party that is out of power and directionless. Part 1 of this Washington Examiner series will look at what accusations ActBlue is facing.
Republicans in Washington and in states across the nation have accused Democratic fundraising platform ActBlue of a wide range of wrongdoing, from foreign money laundering to financing terrorism.
Some accusations have developed into full-blown congressional inquiries, though the strength of supporting evidence varies from claim to claim. Since the reported departures late last month of ActBlue’s senior staff, scrutiny has continued to build.